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Franz Hirtzberger Ried Setzberg - Riesling Smaragd vs Domaine Zind Humbrecht Riesling Alsace Turckheim

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Franz Hirtzberger Ried Setzberg - Riesling Smaragd
Wachau, Austria · Riesling
€64
The steal
Close cousin
Domaine Zind Humbrecht Riesling Alsace Turckheim
Alsace, France · Riesling
€24 save €40

Tale of the taste

Franz Hirtzberger Ried Setzberg - Riesling Smaragd Domaine Zind Humbrecht Riesling Alsace Turckheim
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 9 vs 9 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 5 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 9 vs 9 · same

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Same Riesling at heartSame earthy streakAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €24 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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